December 2015 Newsletter

The labrum of the hip joint is a ring of cartilage that helps protect the joint by deepening the socket allowing a greater range of motion without sacrificing stability.

Causes of hip labrum tears:

·Acute trauma

oSports injury, fall, auto accident

·Repetitive motions

oLong-term repetitive use

·Structural

oShape of the hip joint

·Congenital

oHip dysplasia

·Degenerative

oOsteoarthritis of the hip joint

Symptoms:

·Groin, thigh, buttock pain

·Clicking/popping in the hip joint

·Reduced range of motion

·Chronic hip “tightness”

·Feeling of weakness/instability in hip

Diagnosis:

·Orthopedic exam

·MRI of the hip with contrast medium

Treatment:

Treatment depends on several factors including age, severity of symptoms, goals, and location/size of the labrum tear.Some labrum tears can be managed with conservative care, while others will require surgery.

·Acute:

oRest, ice, NSAIDs to control inflammation and reduce pain

·Chronic:

oRehabilitation to strengthen muscles around the hip joint

·Surgery:

oArthroscopic surgery

oRecovery: 6-12 weeks including post-surgical rehabilitation

Active Performance Chiropractic focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic-related injuries.Treatment is a unique blend of Active Release Techniques®, traditional chiropractic therapy, and physical rehabilitationdesigned to match each patient’s goals and lifestyle.